Carrots with Grape and Port Glaze
Elevate your side dish game with these irresistible Carrots with Grape and Port Glaze—a perfect balance of sweet, savory, and sophisticated flavors! Tender carrot slices are gently sautéed in butter before simmering in a rich blend of grape juice, port wine, and light brown sugar, creating a luxurious glaze that coats every bite. A hint of fresh thyme and a touch of black pepper add aromatic depth, while the smooth reduction leaves the carrots glossy and beautifully caramelized. This simple yet elegant recipe is ready in just 30 minutes, making it an ideal choice for holiday feasts, dinner parties, or weeknight meals. Pair these glazed carrots with roasted meats or hearty vegetarian mains for a truly show-stopping side dish! Keywords: glazed carrots recipe, grape and port glaze, holiday side dish, easy vegetable recipes.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams carrots
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 cup grape juice
- 0.5 cup port wine
- 2 tablespoons light brown sugar
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme
- 1 cup water
Instructions
Peel the carrots and cut them into evenly sized sticks or rounds, approximately 1/4-inch thick.
In a large skillet or sauté pan, melt the butter over medium heat.
Add the carrots to the pan and sauté for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they begin to soften slightly.
Pour in the grape juice, port wine, and water. Add the brown sugar, salt, and black pepper, stirring until the sugar dissolves.
Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to a simmer. Cover the pan and cook for 10-12 minutes, or until the carrots are tender but not mushy.
Uncover the pan and increase the heat to medium-high. Allow the liquid to reduce and thicken into a glaze, stirring occasionally, for about 5-7 minutes.
Sprinkle the fresh thyme over the glazed carrots and stir to incorporate evenly.
Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Serve warm as a side dish, garnished with additional thyme if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
882 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 25.5 g | 33% | |
| Saturated Fat | 14.2 g | 71% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 62 mg | 21% | |
| Sodium | 1566 mg | 68% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 126.9 g | 46% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.7 g | 52% | |
| Total Sugars | 100.8 g | ||
| Protein | 6.0 g | 12% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 320 mg | 25% | |
| Iron | 2.9 mg | 16% | |
| Potassium | 2156 mg | 46% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
